Description
1/4" 3-Way Universal Stainless Steel Solenoid Valve – CS Fluid Power VXS Series
316 stainless steel construction
Corrosion-resistant design
3-in-1 valve (Normally Closed, Normally Open or Diverting)
Direct-acting zero-pressure operation
Suitable for air, water, vacuum and light oils
In stock with free UK delivery
A compact direct-acting 3/2 way universal stainless steel solenoid valve designed for flexible fluid and pneumatic control applications. The VXS Series can be configured as a normally closed (NC), normally open (NO) or diverting valve simply by selecting the appropriate port arrangement, reducing inventory requirements and simplifying system design.
Manufactured from 316 stainless steel for enhanced corrosion resistance, the VXS Series is ideal for compressed air, water, vacuum, light oils and compatible gases in demanding industrial, chemical processing and OEM applications.
Valve Function & Operation
Function: 3/2 way universal solenoid valve
Configurations: Normally Closed (NC), Normally Open (NO) or Diverting
Operation: Direct acting
Minimum operating pressure: 0 Bar
Flexible piping arrangements for multiple control functions
Ports & Flow
Port size: 1/4" BSP
Optional thread: NPT
Orifice options:
1.6 mm (VXS3*21)
2.2 mm (VXS3*22)
Cv values:
0.09 (1.6 mm)
0.16 (2.2 mm)
Kv flow factors:
1.28 L/min (1.6 mm)
2.28 L/min (2.2 mm)
Based on water with 1 Bar pressure drop
Pressure & Performance
VXS31 12 Watt Coil Models
1.6 mm orifice: 0–8 Bar
2.2 mm orifice: 0–6 Bar
VXS32 18 Watt Coil Models
1.6 mm orifice: 0–11 Bar
2.2 mm orifice: 0–8 Bar
Maximum fluid viscosity: 50 CST
Construction & Materials
Body: 316 stainless steel
Internal components: Stainless steel
Seal options: NBR or Viton (FKM)
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel armature and tube
Compact lightweight design
Media Compatibility
Compressed air
Water
Vacuum
Light oils
Naphtha
Compatible gases
Fluids compatible with valve materials up to 50 CST
Temperature Limits
NBR: -10°C to +80°C
Viton (FKM): -10°C to +100°C
Coil & Electrical
Standard Coil
WPG1 Coil
12 Watt
DIN 43650A connector
IP68 protection
Class H insulation
CE, UL & CSA approved
100% duty rated
Higher Power Option
WPG2 Coil
18 Watt
DIN 43650A connector
IP68 protection
Class H insulation
CE, UL & CSA approved
100% duty rated
Supplied with LED connector
Overall protection rating IP67
Voltage Options
DC: 12V, 24V, 48V, 110V
AC: 12V, 24V, 48V, 110V & 230V (50/60 Hz)
Benefits
One valve performs NC, NO or diverting functions
Direct-acting operation from 0 Bar
Corrosion-resistant 316 stainless steel construction
Ideal for chemical and industrial environments
Reliable continuous-duty operation
Reduces inventory and spare part requirements
Fast UK delivery available
Typical Applications
Corrosion-resistant pneumatic systems
Diverting and selector valve duties
Air and fluid automation circuits
Chemical process systems
Compact OEM equipment
Packaging machinery
Instrumentation and laboratory systems
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